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Portfolio Controller
Location: Salt Lake City, UT Job Type: Full-Time
Black Cliffs Partners
About Us
Black Cliffs Partners is a boutique private equity firm based in Salt Lake City, Utah, focused on acquiring and growing established middle-market and lower middle-market companies. We work closely with management teams to drive growth, improve operations, and create long-term value through strategic support in sales, marketing, finance, operations, real estate, capital investment, and M&A. Backed by decades of industry experience, we are committed to building strong partnerships and delivering exceptional results for our portfolio companies and investors.
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What You'll Do
· Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple operating companies.
· Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
· Review financial statements and account reconciliations for accuracy and completeness.
· Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members across the portfolio.
· Improve accounting processes, workflows, and internal controls.
· Partner with business leaders to provide financial insights and operational support.
· Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow monitoring, and financial analysis.
· Coordinate external audits, tax reporting, lender reporting, and compliance requirements.
· Support acquisition due diligence, purchase accounting, and post-acquisition integration activities.
· Standardize accounting policies and reporting practices across portfolio companies.
· Evaluate and implement process improvements and automation opportunities.
· Work closely with the CFO and Executive Team on special projects and strategic initiatives.
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Qualifications
Required
· Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
· 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
· Experience managing accounting operations and month-end close processes.
· Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
· Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
· Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
· Strong communication and leadership abilities.
Preferred
· CPA designation.
· Experience in a multi-entity or multi-location environment.
· Experience working with private equity, family office, or holding company structures.
· Experience supporting acquisitions and post-acquisition integrations.
· Experience with ERP implementations or accounting system optimization.
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Who Thrives Here
You may be a great fit if you:
· Enjoy solving problems and improving processes.
· Take ownership and follow through.
· Prefer action over bureaucracy.
· Can operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
· Like variety and exposure to multiple businesses.
· Are willing to roll up your sleeves and work in the details when needed.
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Why Join Us
· Work directly with executive leadership and company ownership.
· Broad exposure to multiple businesses and industries.
· Significant opportunity for professional growth and advancement.
· Involvement in acquisitions, integrations, and strategic projects.
· Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture focused on results.
If you're looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact across a portfolio of growing businesses while continuing to develop as a finance leader, we'd love to hear from you.
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